Boardwalk Law

06/04/2026

When a business is sold, existing contracts do not always transfer automatically.

Whether contracts continue after a sale often depends on how the transaction is structured and what the agreement itself says. In some cases, consent may be required before a contract can be assigned to a new owner.

Some important things to review include:

🔷Whether the sale is structured as an asset sale or share sale
🔷Assignment clauses within existing contracts
🔷Change of control and consent requirements

Read our latest article here: https://boardwalklaw.ca/what-happens-to-contracts-when-a-business-is-sold/

05/28/2026

Buying a business involves more than agreeing on a price.

Before moving forward with a purchase, buyers should take the time to understand the legal, financial, and operational risks connected to the business. A proper due diligence process can help identify potential issues before closing and support more informed decision-making.

Read our latest article here: https://boardwalklaw.ca/due-diligence-when-buying-a-business/

05/21/2026

A commercial contract should clearly explain what both parties are agreeing to.

Many business disputes begin when agreements are rushed, unclear, or based on conversations that were never properly written into a contract. A well-written contract can help reduce misunderstandings, protect relationships, and avoid future legal issues.

Before signing, businesses should carefully review things like:

• Payment terms and deadlines
• Renewal or termination clauses
• Responsibilities and obligations of each party

Read our latest article here: https://boardwalklaw.ca/common-mistakes-ontario-businesses-make-with-written-contracts/

05/14/2026

A lot of business disputes don’t begin with bad intentions - they begin with unclear agreements.

One side assumes payment terms mean one thing. The other believes responsibilities were already understood. Months later, both parties are reading the same contract differently.

Before signing, it’s important to look closely at:
• payment terms
• renewal clauses
• timelines and deliverables
• responsibilities and obligations
• how disputes or cancellations are handled

Clear agreements can help businesses avoid confusion and reduce future legal issues as they grow. Read our latest article here: https://boardwalklaw.ca/commercial-contract-review-what-business-owners-should-watch-for-before-signing/

05/07/2026

Business moves fast. Corporate law can help you keep up without the stress of last-minute surprises.

Our Guide to Corporate Law for Ontario Businesses explains common legal topics in a simple, practical way, including:

🔹 Incorporating a business in Ontario
🔹 Why shareholder agreements matter (and what they help prevent)
🔹 Commercial contract reviews: what to watch for before you sign
🔹 Buying or selling a business in Ontario, including due diligence
🔹 How to reduce legal risk as your business grows

🔗 Read the guide: https://boardwalklaw.ca/law-guides/a-practical-guide-to-corporate-law-for-ontario-businesses/

05/04/2026

This weekend, one of our Founding Partners, Todd Hein, took part in the Townsend Smith Foundation Hike for Hospice. This was a great event, raising over $81,000 toward building the North Halton Hospice.

We are grateful for our community in assisting a great cause!

04/30/2026

Buying, selling, or refinancing property in Ontario? You need to understand title searches and title insurance.

A title search reviews the property’s history and registered details, while assisting uncover liens, easements, ownership concerns, or other issues that could affect the transaction.

Title insurance may protect against certain covered title-related problems that were not discovered earlier or that arise after closing, including some fraud, title defects, or registration problems.

Visit our website to learn more: https://boardwalklaw.ca/title-searches-vs-title-insurance-why-both-matter-in-ontario-real-estate/

Learn how title searches and title insurance help protect Ontario real estate buyers, sellers, and property owners. When you buy, sell, or refinance property, there is a lot happening behind the scenes. Two terms that often come up are title search and title insurance. Many people assume they are al...

04/23/2026

Buying, selling, or refinancing property in Ontario?

You may come across the Conveyancing and Law of Property Act and wonder what it means for your transaction. The Act sets out some of the rules around real estate transfers, mortgages, and certain property rights in Ontario.

A few key takeaways:
• It identifies how property interests can be created, transferred, or enforced.
• It discussed mortgage-related issues, including how some mortgage terms and rights may be interpreted.

Visit our website to learn more: https://boardwalklaw.ca/what-the-conveyancing-and-law-of-property-act-means-in-ontario-real-estate/

The Conveyancing and Law of Property Act explained for Ontario real estate deals, including transfers, mortgages, and key legal issues. Buying, selling, or refinancing property comes with a lot of paperwork. Somewhere in that process, you may hear about the Conveyancing and Law of Property Act and w...

04/16/2026

Want to divide one piece of land into two or more lots? Before you move ahead, it helps to know that land severance in Ontario is a formal approval process, not just a simple change to property lines.

This article covers what land severance means, why approval is not automatic, and some of the issues that can delay the process, including title problems, financing arrangements, unclear boundaries, and missed deadlines tied to approval conditions.

Read the article here: https://boardwalklaw.ca/learn-what-land-severance-in-ontario-involves-including-approvals-title-issues-and-key-legal-considerations/

Learn what land severance in Ontario involves, including approvals, title issues, and key legal considerations.

04/09/2026

🏢 Why Work with a Commercial Real Estate Lawyer?

Commercial real estate deals can be complex. Whether you are buying, selling, or leasing, it’s important to understand the legal details.

A lawyer can help you:
✅ Review agreements
✅ Identify risks
✅ Handle closing steps
✅ Protect your business interests

Getting legal guidance early can help your transaction go smoothly and avoid problems later.

Boardwalk Law helps businesses across Ontario navigate commercial real estate with confidence.

Read more here:
https://boardwalklaw.ca/why-you-need-a-commercial-real-estate-lawyer-in-ontario/

Learn how a commercial real estate lawyer helps Ontario buyers review risks, documents, and legal issues before closing.